deep affection

Because of Wen Fangxu's matter, Zhuang Wei was not in a good mood these days, but it didn't affect his work, so no one noticed anything wrong with him.

Zhuang Wei knew very well that no matter what he said, Wen Fangxu would not change his previous decision, so it would be useless to say more.And the relationship between him and Wen Fangxu may not be able to return to the past, and the differences in principle cannot be repaired at all.

That afternoon, Ji Chen came to Zhuang Wei's place and sent him a banquet invitation letter.Zhuang Wei only heard Ji Chen mention something on the phone, but it is not clear what the invitation letter is.

After entering the door, Ji Chen handed Zhuang Wei an invitation letter with gold on a black background, then washed his hands and went into the kitchen to make coffee for himself.

Zhuang Wei opened the invitation letter, it was YC's annual banquet.

"Is this a year-end party?" Zhuang Wei looked at the date of the party on the invitation, "Is it a bit early?"

Generally, the company's annual meeting will be held between Christmas and New Year's Day.But yc put it in the middle and early ten days.

"Most artists will participate in the programs of major TV stations at the end of the year, and there will be New Year's Eve concerts. So hold it earlier, and basically all the artists will be there." Ji Chen explained.

Zhuang Wei nodded. Yc's contracted artists are actually not many, but each of them should not be underestimated.The end of the year is also the time when the major TV stations compete for ratings. Naturally, well-known artists are essential for ratings, so everyone is very busy, and it is not easy to find a similar time.

In fact, he had also received invitations from several TV stations, but they were all rejected by Ji Chen.Because at the end of the year, he has a very important event - more's show.

This is much more useful than going to the TV station.

Sitting on the sofa with the brewed coffee, Ji Chen told him about the next arrangement.Apart from flying to France once, Zhuang Wei has not taken any important work for the time being.In this way, he also has time to go to his grandfather's place to take a look, relax, and prepare for next year's work.

"There's good news." Ji Chen said with a smile: "Although the advertisement for more hasn't been published yet, many foreign merchants have already gotten the news and have started to contact me. If it goes well, next year your work abroad will be huge." There will be more, and that market can be picked up.”

"Okay." In fact, after returning to China, his development abroad has stagnated. This is a very regrettable and helpless thing. After all, Tianying has no way to help him win more foreign resources.And now, he has the opportunity to bring back the foreign market, which is indeed a happy thing.

I don't know when it snowed outside, but it doesn't feel like it will fall too much.In a snowy day, being able to stay indoors and drink a cup of hot drink is actually a very satisfying thing.

Ji Chen's cell phone rang, it should be a message.

Ji Chen took out his mobile phone and looked at it, then glanced at the snow outside the window, and began to reply the message with a smile and lowered his head.

Zhuang Wei didn't bother him either, and looked out the window with his chin on his hands.The tranquility of the snowy day gives people a sense of ease and comfort, and it seems that many troubles can be forgotten.

Ji Chen sent this news back and forth for nearly half an hour, when the snow outside stopped, Ji Chen was still posting.This aroused Zhuang Wei's curiosity. Ji Chen had never sent messages to anyone for such a long time.

"Who do you send messages to? Acquaintances?" Zhuang Wei asked.He didn't want to pry into Ji Chen's privacy, he was just curious, even if Ji Chen didn't answer him.

Ji Chen didn't hide anything, and said cheerfully, "Xinyuan."

Zhuang Wei raised his eyebrows unexpectedly, when he was in Paris before, Ji Chen and Ying Xin got along very well, Zhuang Wei knew this.But he didn't notice the frequent sending of messages like this before.

"It seems that you two have a good chat." Zhuang Wei smiled.

"Xinyuan knows a lot and knows a lot. I can learn a lot from chatting with him." Ji Chen said generously.

"That's not bad." Ying Xinyuan can become Gu Yan's special assistant, and his work ability must be much better than ordinary people. It would be good if Ji Chen can learn from him, "What are you discussing?"

Ji Chen put down his phone and said with a smile, "He said that there will be snow in city n today, so he told me not to go out if I have nothing to do."

Zhuang Wei looked at Ji Chen—does it take so long to talk about this?Besides, Ying Xinyuan was able to spare time to remind Ji Chen of this... this concern is enough.However, Ying Xinyuan has always been a careful person, and there seems to be nothing wrong with caring about Ji Chen.

After looking at the time, Ji Chen got up and said, "Okay, I'll go back first. You choose the clothes for the banquet yourself, and I'll pick you up when the time comes."

"Well, drive slowly." Zhuang Wei said.

"Got it." Ji Chen put on his shoes, waved at Zhuang Wei, and left first.

YC's year-end banquet included the largest banquet hall in a five-star hotel, and no outsiders were invited, they were all employees of the company, from artists to staff, all were invited.Except for a few who were filming or attending events abroad, everyone else was basically there.

In order to make the atmosphere more relaxed, yc did not set up tables, but adopted a self-service method, so that it is more convenient for everyone to eat and chat.Because it is an internal party, artists don't have to dress so restrainedly, and the atmosphere is more casual.

When Zhuang Wei and Ji Chen arrived, most of the artists were there.Qiao Chuqin also arrived, toasting and chatting with the artist.Several artists who are close to each other get together in threes and fives, or exchange cups and chat some gossip and anecdotes, or take something and sit on a sofa to enjoy... In short, the atmosphere is quite harmonious, just like a family gathering.

Zhuang Wei noticed that Qiao Chuqin was standing beside a delicate and elegant man. The man was about the same age as Qiao Chuqin, and slightly shorter than Qiao Chuqin. The artist seemed to respect the man quite a bit, and talked to the man from time to time, seeming to be very familiar with him.

Ji Chen took two drinks from the waiter and handed one of them to Zhuang Wei.Zhuang Wei doesn't drink, and Ji Chen came here by car, so it's not convenient for him to drink.Although there is a lot of drinking at the banquet, there is no rule that you must drink.Before the party, the company repeatedly emphasized that drivers are not allowed to touch alcohol, so even if they drink, they will not appear obtrusive.

"Go and say hello to Mr. Qiao." Ji Chen said.

"Okay." Zhuang Wei nodded, and went to Qiao Chuqin's side with Ji Chen.

"Hey, Zhuang Wei is here." Several artists around Qiao Chuqin greeted him warmly when they saw him coming.

These are all seniors to Zhuang Wei, and he politely greeted them one by one.

Several people had already talked for a while, so they didn't stay here any longer, they went to the dining table to get food, and gave up the space to Zhuang Wei and Ji Chen.

"Mr. Qiao, Ji Chen and I propose a toast to you." Zhuang Wei raised his glass to Qiao Chuqin.

Ji Chen also raised his glass and said, "Zhuang Wei and I have not been in YC for a long time, but we have been taken care of. Thank you, Mr. Qiao. I will ask Mr. Qiao to give me more advice in the future."

"Zhuang Wei's performance has been very good since he arrived at YC, and the commercials are shot beautifully. YC is also proud to be able to sign Zhuang Wei. Of course, Ji Chen's credit is also indispensable in this process." Qiao Chuqin smiled and said: "I hope you will continue to do so next year. Work hard, firmly grasp the international market, and don't let up on the domestic side, strive to win more global endorsements, and create a new global superstar."

"Don't worry, Zhuang Wei and I will continue to work hard." Ji Chen said with bright eyes.

——Global superstar, with Qiao Chuqin's words, it is tantamount to promising that yc will definitely help.

The three of them clinked glasses happily, and after they drank it all, they exchanged for new drinks.

Zhuang Wei turned his gaze to the man beside Qiao Chuqin, "Who is this?"

Qiao Chuqin smiled and said: "You haven't met yet, this is my lover——Xia Yuze. The director of Gu's legal department, YC's legal counsel. He doesn't come to YC often, so I haven't had time to introduce you to him yet."

Zhuang Wei looked at Qiao Chuqin and Xia Yuze in surprise. He didn't expect Qiao Chuqin to introduce his lover to them so naturally, and the other party was a man.Thinking about how the artists chatted with Xia Yuze in an easy-going manner just now, this must be a well-known fact in the company.

As gay people, it is actually a very happy thing to be able to introduce each other to others generously like this, without shyness.This is not only the determination of their relationship, but also the deep love for each other.

Ji Chen also showed a look of surprise. After sizing Qiao Chuqin and Xia Yuze with his eyes, he said with a smile, "Boss Qiao and Lawyer Xia are very suitable."

Ji Chen's eyes are sincere, and there is a smile in his eyes, and these words make people listen to him with sincerity.Of course, this was also what Ji Chen thought in his heart, not flattery. Qiao Chuqin and Xia Yuze, who had dealt with countless people, could naturally hear his sincerity.

"Thank you." Qiao Chuqin smiled.

Xia Yuze also smiled and nodded at Ji Chen.

Zhuang Wei extended his hand politely to Xia Yuze, "Lawyer Xia, nice to meet you."

"I've heard about you for a long time, and I'm glad to meet you." Xia Yuze shook hands with him.

At this moment, Qiao Chuqin's assistant came over and said to Qiao Chuqin, "Mr. Qiao, the foie gras has just been delivered. Do you want to inform the chef to cook it now?"

Qiao Chuqin looked at Xia Yuze, "Shall we eat now?"

"Okay." Xia Yuze nodded with a smile, his indifference tinged with tenderness.

"Go and inform the chef," Qiao Chuqin said to the assistant.

After the assistant responded, he left first.

Qiao Chuqin said to Zhuang Wei and Ji Chen with a little apology: "Yu Ze didn't finish his lunch, I'll take him to eat something first, you can do what you want."

"Okay, lawyer Xia, let's eat first." Zhuang Wei smiled.

"Excuse me." Xia Yuze smiled at the two of them, and then was led by Qiao Chuqin's hand to the cooking table.

"Boss Qiao and Lawyer Xia have such a good relationship." Ji Chen laughed.

"Yeah." Zhuang Wei looked at their backs, feeling envious in his heart.He saw someone taking foie gras from the self-service counter just now, but what Qiao Chuqin wanted to feed Xia Yuze should not be that kind.From what the assistant said, I'm afraid it was just flown in.It can be seen that this is Qiao Chuqin's wish for Xia Yuze, and no one present would dare to grab the boss's wife's share.

The two of them went to the dining table to get some food, and they were going to greet the seniors after eating. There were many artists and managers sitting on the sofa who were eating. As soon as Zhuang Wei and Ji Chen passed by, they were greeted enthusiastically. Bring in the topic.Zhuang Wei didn't talk much, but he was able to chat with them, and the atmosphere was always very warm.

While chatting happily, the banquet hall suddenly fell silent, Zhuang Wei followed everyone's line of sight without knowing why, and unexpectedly found that Gu Yan had come.

Unlike exchanging pleasantries with Qiao Chuqin, no one in the banquet hall dared to speak to Gu Yan, but just looked at him quietly.Only Qiao Chuqin stood up on the high stool after seeing him enter the door, smiling and waiting for him to walk by.

Gu Yan walked directly to Qiao Chuqin without looking sideways. Xia Yuze didn't get up, but just smiled at Gu Yan and said something.Gu Yan nodded, and sat on the other side of Xia Yuze, and the three of them immediately chatted in a very casual atmosphere.The banquet hall also slowly returned to its original bustle, but many people glanced in Gu Yan's direction intentionally or unintentionally, but none dared to go there.

Gu Yan's appearance really surprised Zhuang Wei, he didn't get the news that Gu Yan would come back today.But thinking about it, Gu Yan has no obligation to report everything to him.

Withdrawing his gaze, Zhuang Wei continued to chat with the people around him, and stopped thinking about Gu Yan.After all, Gu Yan is the boss, and he is an artist of the company. None of the company's seniors dare to disturb Gu Yan's conversation with Qiao Chuqin and Xia Yuze, let alone him.

It was already half an hour after Zhuang Wei finished eating the food on the plate in a leisurely manner.There are more and more entertainers on the side of the sofa, probably because they were tired from chatting, so they all picked something to eat and came here to take a rest.

After drinking the rest of the drink in the glass, Zhuang Wei was about to have another drink when he found someone walking behind him, and the surroundings suddenly became quiet.

Zhuang Wei raised his head and saw Gu Yan standing behind him.

"Are you full?" Gu Yan asked.There is still no expression on his face, but his eyes looking at Zhuang Wei are very gentle.

"Mr. Gu..." Zhuang Wei didn't expect that Gu Yan would take the initiative to come to him. After all, except for Qiao Chuqin, no one knew about the intersection between them.

"Well, I've already greeted Chu Qin, we'll leave after you finish eating," Gu Yan said.

Zhuang Wei knew that it didn't seem very good for him to go with Gu Yan first, but when he saw Gu Yan, he couldn't refuse. In fact, he missed Gu Yan a lot these days, even if this kind of miss could only be kept in his heart.

"Let's go." Gu Yan naturally took Zhuang Wei's hand, pulled him up from the sofa, and then took his hand and left the banquet hall.